Top 10 Unconventional Engagement Rings

Top 10 Unconventional Engagement Rings

Weird, Wild and Wonderful Rings

You want the ring to be perfect, a completely perfect representation of just how unique, original and special they are to you. Unfortunately for you, just about every ring out there has been purchased and plunked on the index finger of some lucky recipient thousands and thousands of times. Unconventional engagement rings are hard to come by these days, so if you really want to go off the beaten track you'll need to dig deep.

This article is all about unique and unusual engagement rings. Unconventional engagement rings are difficult to find and often must be produced expressly by a custom ring maker. This article will show off ten of the most unconventional engagement rings out there, hopefully getting your creative juices going. Can you top these?

Black Silver Engagement Ring:

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This unconventional engagement ring is made out of blackened silver, allowed to oxidize until it reached a deep black hue and then coated. Made by Alex and Chloe Goujon, this ring is quite simple and features three upturned round cut diamonds. As unconventional engagement rings go, this one will really turn some heads. I wish you goth, er, I mean good luck in your marriage!

Men's Engagement Rings

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Talk about unconventional! As society progresses, the concept of a male engagement ring isn't so far fetched anymore, and not just in same sex relationships. These unconventional engagement rings attempt to capture some of the beauty and elegance of a traditional diamond ring, but still maintain a male aesthetic, avoiding a dainty look. I'd say they do a pretty good job of it!

Mechanical Engagement Ring

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Is your sweetheart actually a real techie at heart? You might want to consider a mechanical engagement ring, the perfect choice for the gadget lover. This ring, made by John Weldon, is carved out of titanium and features a spring loaded button to reveal your rock in a flash. Not only is this one of the most unconventional engagement rings, it so happens to be extremely cool! All these unconventional engagment rings need are miniature lasers and explosives a la James Bond.

Black Pearl Engagement Ring

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Since when does the diamond get to have all the fun? Move aside shiny clear stone, you're about to be usurped by the black pearl engagement ring! It's chunky, it's bad to the bone, it's very unique! The black pearl is one of the most unconventional engagement rings to be sure, but it has a unique elegance and style all its own. You can also find similar rings with a conventional pearl instead of a black one.

Piercing Engagement Ring

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These ones are certainly unconventional engagement rings, but they might not be for everyone, especially for those with a fear of needles! This 'pierced' engagement ring was simply too bizarre to exclude from this list! Hmm, it seems that they really meant 'til death', because that piece of jewelry doesn't look like the easiest thing to remove. This certainly counts as unique, but it's probably not likely to become the next big thing.

Cabochon Rutilated Quartz Engagement Ring

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Are you just plain sick of diamonds? There are so many gemstones out there and they are all fabulously unique in their own way. Above you'll see a rutilated quartz stone that is not faceted but finished in a cabochon style. Choosing alternative gemstones, both precious and semi precious, will give you a completely unique ring and a story to tell. Unconventional engagement rings don't always have to be weird and ugly you know!

Plug In Engagement Rings

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This is a great example of a creative his and hers engagement ring set. These rings are meant to look and function like a set of electrical plugs, fitting into one another. It's a nice sentiment and a nice message. The rings are pretty big though, so they might regret their cleverness down the road. This is called the Plug and Socket Duo Ring set, and they are yet another example of some of the unconventional engagement rings out there.

Sarah Graham Cofluence Engagement Ring

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This is a really cool one, and one of the most unconventional engagement rings I've seen so far. Rather than show off the diamond, pushing it high into the air, this ring cups the diamond in a circle of gold, much like a flower. It's very much the anti ring. Designed by Sarah Graham out of San Francisco, this ring is inspired by organic and natural textures, and it's a beauty to behold.

Cluster Engagement Ring

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The cluster ring is a really unique engagement ring style, and it's also an antique look. You can find a lot of these kinds of rings at estate sales, and many are nearly a hundred years old. Why would you settle for just one diamond when you can have two dozen? Cluster rings are unconventional engagement rings, but they're extremely classy and will be amazingly noticeable. Check them out!

'2 Carrot' Engagement Ring

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Have you ever wanted a ring that was two carats or more? Now you can have a ring that's at least '2 carrots' or more! If you've got a tongue in cheek sense of humor and a penchance for rabbit food, this might be the perfect ring for you! Unconventional engagement rings come and go, but here is a unique piece of jewelry that you'll be remembered for, believe me, doc.